Yamaha FG850 Solid Mahogany Top Folk Guitar, Natural

It All Starts Here

When it was introduced in 1966, the FG proved that a great acoustic guitar doesn't have to cost a fortune. With a focus on great playability, musical tone and outstanding build quality, the original FG180 became a classic. Now, 50 years since the introduction of FG acoustics, its tone is better than ever. So, no matter where you are on your musical journey, it all starts here!

The FG Series has louder and stronger sound in the low-to-mid ranges thanks to cutting-edge acoustic analysis technology developed by the Yamaha R&D Division. Yamaha engineers have achieved this sound by utilizing analysis and simulation to arrive at the best bracing design without depending on tradition or guesswork. This analysis led to the development of the scalloped bracing pattern, an ideal acoustic structure that maintains the durability of the top board while bringing out the most sound.

50 Years of History

The Yamaha FG Series was born in 1966 with the release of the FG180 and FG150. Since its introduction, we have developed and produced several generations of FG guitars - all of which have made FG the ideal acoustic for contemporary players.

This all-mahogany FG has a warm, woody design to match the distinctive richness in the middle frequencies.

• Dreadnought-Style Body
• Solid Mahogany Top
• Mahogany Back and Sides
• Scalloped Bracing

General Specifications

• Body Shape:  Dreadnought Style
• Scale Length:  650 mm (25 9/16”)
• Body Length:  505 mm (19 7/8")
• Total Length:  1038mm (40 7/8")
• Body Width:  412 mm (16 1/4")
• Body Depth:  100-118 mm (3 15/16”- 4 5/8”)
• Nut Width:  43 mm (1 11/16”)
• String Spacing:  11 mm
• Top Material:  Solid Mahogany
• Back Material:  Mahogany
• Side Material:  Mahogany
• Neck Material:  Nato
• Fingerboard Material:  Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius:  R400 mm (15 3/4")
• Bridge Material:  Rosewood
• Nut Material:  Urea
• Saddle Material:  Urea
• Bridge Pins:  Black ABS with White Dot
• Tuners:  Die-cast Chrome (TM29T)
• Body Binding:  Mahogany + Cream
• Sound Hole Inlay:  Abalone w/ Black + White
• Pickguard:  Tortoise Pattern
• Body Finish:  Gloss
• Neck Finish:  Matte
• Electronics:  None
• Controls:  None
• Connections:  None
• Strings:  Yamaha FS50BT or D'Addario XT